What is the world made of? All About Chemistry explores the chemistry of everyday things, from how blood needs iron to why helium balloons are lighter than air. It's the perfect introduction to chemistry for kids aged 8-12. They will learn all about this exciting realm of science with one of the world's most famous science professors, Robert Winston! Elements make up everything around us - our computers, our bodies, our foods and drinks. They make up trees and grass, cars and roads, and are the fundamental building blocks of our incredible world. Robert Winston takes children of all ages on a scientific adventure through the explosive world of atoms, elements and the periodic table in this outstanding educational book for kids. This kids' science book is designed with easy-to-understand, kid-friendly language, questions and fun facts. The contents are clearly organised, while the bold, colourful design and engaging stories work together to make learning about the elements a fun and exciting experience for budding scientists. Explore, Discover And Learn! Learn how lightbulbs work and explore what's on your plate and in your water. The whole periodic table is explained and catalogued, and common elements, including sodium, gold, and iron are explored. Learn about elements weights, melting points and types. All About Chemistry brings to life what the world is made of in a fresh and fun way. It's a truly educational kids book that looks at this weird and wonderful side of science through a unique and exciting biography of the elements. Packed with fun facts about science for kids covering: - Metals - Gases - Matter - The periodic table - Oxygen, and more! Check out other fantastic titles in the DK Big Questions series of children's books including Evolution Revolution, What Do You Believe?, Why PI?, and Show Me The Money covering big questions for little people about evolution, religion, maths and finance.

Many a time studying from the prescribed school text books becomes a little monotonous for kids. this series of encyclopaedias based on the concepts of Chemistry has been framed to educate children in a colourful and enjoyable manner.

Get Ahead in Chemistry covers the essentials for GCSE science in a book you can start and finish - without falling asleep in the middle!

Each chapter is tied to a key topic for studying Chemistry; learn about:

- The Periodic Table
- Bonding
- Quantitative Chemistry
- Acids, Alkalis and Salts
- Reactions
- Electro-Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry
- Chemical Analysis
- The Atmosphere and the Environment

Along the way, hear fascinating TRUE stories of a dastardly Nazi plot, Cleopatra's dinner party and a couple of flirty turkeys Each chapter ends with an "at a glance" bullet-point summary of the topic and a bonus section exploring fascinating extra-curricular science (everything from Schrödinger's cat to quantum mechanics!).

With words by The Times Science Editor Tom Whipple and brilliant pictures by James Davies, this book is designed to be used alongside your GCSE textbooks and revision guides - not only intended to help you revise for your exams, but to bring Chemistry to life in all its weirdness and wonder.